The NWT splits between hydro-served communities and remote diesel grids — which makes every kilowatt of local renewable generation count more here than almost anywhere in Canada.
Approximate figures from public federal and provincial energy profiles — every home and utility territory differs, so treat these as the starting map, not the destination.
NTPC's net-metering program credits renewable generation up to 15 kW — displacing diesel at some of the highest electricity rates in the country.
Long summer days and 30¢+/kWh diesel power give northern solar surprisingly strong economics, even with dark winters.
Wood-pellet systems, funded by the Arctic Energy Alliance, are displacing heating oil across the territory.
At northern energy prices, every unit of insulation and air sealing pays back faster than anywhere in the South.
Federal programs apply everywhere and usually stack with local ones. Program terms change — confirm details on the official page before applying, and or search by your exact address to add municipal programs.
Canada Revenue Agency — Faster tax write-offs for businesses investing in qualifying clean-energy equipment such as solar. Generally not available to homeowners for a principal residence.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Transport Canada — Point-of-sale incentive on a new electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle, applied by an enrolled dealer. Vehicles must be made in Canada or a free-trade partner country, and non-Canadian-made vehicles must cost $50,000 or less after discounts.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Canada Revenue Agency — Recover part of the GST or federal share of HST paid on a newly built or substantially renovated home used as a primary residence.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Government of Canada (Environment and Climate Change Canada) — A new federal rebate for homeowners who install an eligible heat pump. You apply online, with no energy audit needed. Approval is promised within 24 hours, and payment within five days of submitting receipts.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Arctic Energy Alliance — Rebates for energy upgrades to buildings owned by community and Indigenous governments, non-profits and businesses, with free desktop energy audits.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Arctic Energy Alliance — Mail-in rebates on efficient washers, ventless dryers, wood and pellet stoves, thermostats, ECM pumps, drain-water heat recovery and more. Some Northern and NorthMart stores apply the rebate at checkout.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Arctic Energy Alliance — Subsidized EnerGuide evaluation with a blower door test, infrared scan and a report of recommended upgrades and funding options.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Northwest Territories Power Corp. / Naka Power — Lets homeowners with solar or other small renewable systems earn kWh credits at the full retail rate for power sent to the grid. Credits reset each March 31.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada — Federal funding for northern and Indigenous communities to plan and build renewable energy and efficiency projects that reduce diesel use for heat and power. It funds communities and organizations, not individual homeowners.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Arctic Energy Alliance — Rebates for residents installing solar PV, wind, micro-hydro, solar thermal, or wood pellet and EPA-certified wood boilers. Grid-tied solar in hydro communities is not eligible (use net metering instead).
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Arctic Energy Alliance — Rebates for adding insulation to exterior walls, ceilings, floors, basements and crawlspaces in NWT homes.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10CMHC — A partial refund of your CMHC mortgage loan insurance premium when you buy or build an energy-efficient home.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10RBC Royal Bank — A bank loan for energy-efficiency upgrades to your home.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Canada Guaranty — A partial mortgage insurance premium refund for borrowers who buy or upgrade to an energy-efficient home.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Sagen — A mortgage insurance premium refund for buyers of energy-efficient homes, or for owners who complete energy-saving renovations.
Official program page ↗Last reviewed 2026-10Housing Northwest Territories — Grants and forgivable support to help homeowners make repairs, which can include energy-related work, plus emergency and seniors' repair programs.
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